Senior Software Tester

Red 6 • Louisville, CO

5d • $140,000 - $160,000

About The Position

Red 6 is an innovative Augmented Reality (AR) technology startup leading the way in synthetic air combat training. Our primary technology, supporting our ATARS product, enables pilots to simulate the cognitive challenges of flying while accessing realistic, scalable training in dynamic outdoor environments. Our Senior Software Test Engineer will have the aptitude, ambition, attitude, and solid professional experience to contribute to our software test team. As a Senior Software Test Engineer at Red 6, you will design and develop test procedures and corresponding test environments, including the engineering of novel test apparatus. You will execute verification tests and report test status to engineering leadership. You will review system requirements, track test metrics, and contribute to evolving test processes and future testing capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.
• 4+ years of experience working in a software test capacity within the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) for custom hardware in an Agile Scrum environment.
• Software development experience with C++ for applications with Hardware In Loop (HIL).
• Experience designing and constructing detailed test plans, procedures, and test cases.
• Strong hands-on experience with software test methodologies and tools such as TestComplete, Playwright, Cypress, Selenium, Pytest, JIRA, Jenkins, or GitLab.
• Solid experience with integration and regression testing.
• Familiarity with white box, black box, and functional testing methods.
• 2+ years of applied experience testing within CI/CD pipelines and processes.
• 1+ years of experience with Linux-based software systems.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance. This requires U.S. Citizenship.

Nice To Haves

• Python development experience.
• Experience testing web applications.
• Proven ability to construct fully automated test environments.
• Experience working with augmented/virtual reality systems.
• Previous work in a military or defense solutions environment.
• Familiarity with computer vision, 6 DoF tracking technologies, and wearable display systems.

Responsibilities

• Transforms product requirements to create R&D, qualification and acceptance test plans for augmented reality software applications.
• Ability to troubleshoot software issues and Linux applications with logs, recreates, and code reviews.
• Perform manual and automated testing with Hardware In Loop (HIL).
• Interface directly with the software development team to quickly understand and react to new incoming functionality by developing corresponding test cases.
• Participate in flight briefs and debriefs to gather and provide valuable feedback on software performance and testing needs.
• Communicate test needs and requirements clearly to engineering teams regarding new functions and enhancements.
• Implement and advocate for industry best practices for software development and testing within the team.
• Contribute as a technical resource for the testing team in the following areas: CI/CD testing frameworks and automation, Regression testing strategies for daily and bi-weekly builds, Hardware mocking and unit test development, Functional and customer-driven flight testing, Developing innovative ground-based test methods, Supporting specific hardware assets, Developing Test Tools and Protocols.

Benefits

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision (100% coverage for Employees)
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, paid holidays, and parental leave
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Voluntary Worksite Benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity)
• May be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance, subject to plan terms.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior